Astros fans at ALDS Game 3

By Jon Shapley

on October 11, 2015 12:20 PM

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Austin Gene Smith is seen before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. Smith, who comes from Conroe for baseball games, says he takes the same route, drives the same speed, parks in the same spot and sits in the same seats, but otherwise isn't very superstitious. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle ) less

Austin Gene Smith is seen before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. Smith, who comes from Conroe for baseball games, says he takes the same route, drives the same ... more

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Red Simpson is seen before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Red Simpson is seen before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans pose for a photo before an MLB game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Camille Pazouki, 10, from San Antonio, makes a sign that will read "Camille <3's her Astros" before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle ) less

Camille Pazouki, 10, from San Antonio, makes a sign that will read "Camille ... more

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Bianca Navejas works on a sign at the Hustle Town Street Fest before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Bianca Navejas works on a sign at the Hustle Town Street Fest before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Morgan McKay, 8, poses for a photo before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Morgan McKay, 8, poses for a photo before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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The National Anthem is performed by Clay Walker before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

The National Anthem is performed by Clay Walker before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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George Webb, a season ticket holder since 2000, cheers as the Astros are introduced before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

George Webb, a season ticket holder since 2000, cheers as the Astros are introduced before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Red Simpson is seen before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Red Simpson is seen before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Tony Garrison holds her lucky gnome during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. Garrison drove from Fort Worth to watch the game with her husband, and she is not a Rangers fan. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle ) less

Tony Garrison holds her lucky gnome during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. Garrison drove from Fort Worth to watch the game with her husband, and she is not a ... more

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Elizabeth Kincaid cheers for the Astros during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. She stated that Astros pitcher Dallas Keuchel (60) is "the bomb.com." ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle ) less

Elizabeth Kincaid cheers for the Astros during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. She stated that Astros pitcher Dallas Keuchel (60) is "the bomb.com." ( Jon Shapley ... more

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Catherine Kruppa helps her son Kyle, 11, fix his hat with her husband Paul before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Catherine Kruppa helps her son Kyle, 11, fix his hat with her husband Paul before game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Tony Garrison holds her lucky gnome during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. Garrison drove from Fort Worth to watch the game with her husband, and she is not a Rangers fan. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle ) less

Tony Garrison holds her lucky gnome during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. Garrison drove from Fort Worth to watch the game with her husband, and she is not a ... more

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Fans cheer as Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) comes to bat during the 8th inning of game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle ) less

Fans cheer as Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) comes to bat during the 8th inning of game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston ... more

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Fans cheer as Houston Astros first baseman CHris Carter (23) hits a home run during the 8th inning of game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle ) less

Fans cheer as Houston Astros first baseman CHris Carter (23) hits a home run during the 8th inning of game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston ... more

Jose Patino cheers for the the two-run single from Houston Astros catcher Jason Castro (15) during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle ) less

Jose Patino cheers for the the two-run single from Houston Astros catcher Jason Castro (15) during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston ... more

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Tony Garrison holds her lucky gnome during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. Garrison drove from Fort Worth to watch the game with her husband, and she is not a Rangers fan. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle ) less

Tony Garrison holds her lucky gnome during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. Garrison drove from Fort Worth to watch the game with her husband, and she is not a ... more

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Fans cheer for the Astros during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

Fans cheer for the Astros during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle )

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Fans cheer as Houston Astros first baseman CHris Carter (23) hits a home run during the 8th inning of game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle ) less

Fans cheer as Houston Astros first baseman CHris Carter (23) hits a home run during the 8th inning of game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. ( Jon Shapley / Houston ... more

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Gordon MacKenzie, originally from Scotland, cheers after Houston Astros catcher Jason Castro (15) hits a two-run single in the fifth inning during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Houston. "We had to change from soccer to baseball," MacKenzie said. ( Jon Shapley / Houston Chronicle ) less

Gordon MacKenzie, originally from Scotland, cheers after Houston Astros catcher Jason Castro (15) hits a two-run single in the fifth inning during game three of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park Sunday, Oct. 11, ... more